Highway 101 Widening Project Completed: Continuous Carpool Lane Connects Sausalito to Windsor
The Highway 101 widening project through Marin-Sonoma Narrows is complete, featuring a continuous carpool lane to ease congestion. However, extended carpool hours have increased commute times for some.
San José Leads Urban Innovation with High-Accuracy AI Pilot for Road Safety and Maintenance
San José's AI-powered Road Safety Conditions Pilot accurately identifies street issues like potholes, boasting a 97% success rate, enhancing city maintenance and safety.
BART Enhances Capacity with Nine-Car Trains on Yellow Line Amidst Ridership Surge
BART extends train lengths to improve capacity and rider experience due to increased ridership, with upgrades to various lines and overall service enhancements.
SF Bay Ferry Rides High on Waves of Approval with 98% Customer Satisfaction in 2025
The SF Bay Ferry reports a 98% customer satisfaction rate, maintaining high approval for three years. Riders appreciate the comfort and stress relief, with the service also preventing solo car commutes.
SF Residents Could Briefly Track SFMTA Parking Cop Movements; Viral Website Killed in 4 Hours
A clever North Beach developer figured out how to track every SFMTA parking officer in real-time, complete with leaderboards showing who issued the most tickets. The city shut him down faster than you can get a street cleaning violation.
End of the Road for Bay Area CAV Program: Carpool Lane Privileges and Toll Discounts to Cease on October 1
CAV decals in the Bay Area will lose carpool lane and toll discount privileges starting October 1, 2025. FasTrak will update tags automatically, and Caltrans will revise signage to reflect the changes.
San Francisco's SFO Airport Conducts Rigorous Annual Emergency Exercise to Test Bay Plane Crash Response
San Francisco International Airport conducted an annual emergency drill to test and improve their response to a plane crash scenario in the Bay, involving over 42 agencies and volunteers, including high school students.
San Francisco's Muni Heritage Weekend Offers Free Rides on Vintage Streetcars and Buses
San Francisco's Muni Heritage Weekend returns, featuring free rides on vintage streetcars and buses, family activities, and exhibits celebrating the city's transit history.
Waymo Cleared for Takeoff: Autonomous Rides Coming to San Francisco International Airport
Waymo has received a permit to operate at San Francisco International Airport, starting with testing and aiming for commercial service to enhance transportation options.
California Legislature Passes Connect Bay Area Act, Awaiting Newsom's Decision on Future of Transit Funding
The California Legislature approves Senate Bill 63 which could allow Bay Area voters to implement a sales tax for transit in 2026 if signed by the Governor. The bill aims to fund transit deficits and is supported by BART and SFMTA.
Justice Department Wheels into Action Against Uber for Alleged Disability Discrimination in San Francisco
The Justice Department is suing Uber for alleged disability discrimination, claiming the company violates the ADA by refusing service to passengers with service animals and those with wheelchairs.
Schellville Prepares for 30-Day Detour as Caltrans Announces Full Closure of Arroyo Seco Bridge on SR 12/121 for Upgrades
Caltrans is replacing the bridge rail on the Arroyo Seco Bridge, leading to a 30-day detour in Schellville on SR 12/121 starting October 1st. The project will expedite safety upgrades to the 1923 structure.
Southwest Airlines Expands Service to Sonoma County Airport with New Flights to Key Cities
Southwest Airlines will begin service at Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport in April 2026, offering non-stop flights to four destinations, enhancing regional travel options.












